Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

Come enjoy making blankets for children in need with Project Linus.  No special skills needed, no need to bring anything.  SSL available.  All welcome.  

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Come enjoy making blankets for children in need with Project Linus.  No special skills needed, no need to bring anything.  SSL available.  All welcome.  

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Come enjoy making blankets for children in need with Project Linus.  No special skills needed, no need to bring anything.  SSL available.  All welcome.  

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Come enjoy making blankets for children in need with Project Linus.  No special skills needed, no need to bring anything.  SSL available.  All welcome.  

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Come for an Experience of a lifetime!

Great for SSL Hours or building your resume. Enrich the lives of others! Participate in a number of meaningful activities with residents in our ConnectedLiving programming. Or share your talents with our residents! Bring in your guitar, teach a painting class, garden with residents and more. There are a number of ways to connect with residents that tap into your skills and talents!

For more info, email kserna@thevillageatrockville.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Starting over is hard.

This is especially true for refugees who can never return to the countries they fled due to war and fear of persecution. At Solutions in Hometown Connections (SHC), we make newcomers feel welcome through programs that teach and connect. 

English and Citizenship Tutoring Program
(online, in-person, or hybrid)
Meet with one of SHC’s adult English language learners to support their in-class learning by reviewing material and helping with homework.  SHC provides tutors with training, a dedicated volunteer resources website, and regular meeting and training opportunities. To learn more about SHC's tutoring program, please complete our brief Volunteer Application Form to register for upcoming information sessions.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We have teacher assistant opportunities for students with experience in computer programming or robotics competitions to join the Weestar STEM Summer Camp during summer vacation. We also offer volunteer opportunities for students who are fluent in Chinese to serve as teacher assistants in the Gateway to China Summer Camp in Howard County.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The future of Montgomery County’s food system is at a turning point—and we need bold, committed leaders to guide the way. We are recruiting new Food Council Members and Board Members for the 2026-2027 term.

The Food Council annually selects candidates to serve two-year terms on the 25-Member Montgomery County Food Council and/or its 9-Member Board of Directors.

Click here to learn more and apply by September 3, 2025

Seeking individual who has experience and/or interest in grant writing and research for an established (and growing!) non-profit organization dedicated to providing yoga and mindfulness education services to schools and programs for babies through teens in the DMV. 

You will work closely with a member of our the Create Calm admin team, and you will be able to schedule your own hours/days and mostly work from home. 

Volunteer to Judge Creative Writing

Are you a writer or enthusiastic reader? Do you want to help inspire the next generation of authors? 

Apply to serve as a judge for our Mosaic Creative Writing Program by February 9, 2026.

Check out the FAQs below for a recap of our program and judging expectations.

What is the contest? Mosaic is our creative writing program geared towards students who are enrolled in MCPS middle schools, between 6th – 8th grades. Students write on the topic of “My Culture” in the form of short story, poetry, or essay. Mosaic allows them to fully explore their feelings and cultural identity at home and in the classroom.

What skills are needed? Judges are needed to evaluate students' written work, in the form of short story, poetry, or essay based on a provided rubric. Judges should be compassionate and open-minded readers with a firm grasp of grammar and appreciation for diversity in literature. Applicants should feel comfortable using technology for submitting scores and navigating the FOLMC website.

Where does this take place? From the comfort of your home. Judges will download a .pdf file of entries and upload scores via the FOLMC website.

What’s the timeline in 2025/6? Judges will be provided one grade of student entries on or about February 26th with scores being due to FOLMC by March 18th. If there is a tie, judges may be asked to read submissions from a different grade level to break the tie. Those entries would be provided by March 21st with scores being due March 27th. Each grade level is approximately 50 entries, including all three genres. Due to the varied length of entries it is impossible to determine the exact amount of time needed to read, judge, and submit scores, however, judges have frequently indicated they had enough time to complete all tasks and enjoyed the program immensely. Dates are approximate and can change based on current events.

What are judges provided? Each judge is provided a password protected site at folmc.org with the scoring rubric, scoring grid, and student entries. Once judging is over, judges will be invited to attend the awards ceremony featuring a notable author and gifted a copy of the published anthology.  

Are previous judges permitted to participate again? Yes, we encourage previous judges to re-apply to participate.

Share your wisdom and experience with a motivated young adult!

Future Link students are first-generation to college, low income, ages 18-25 and are working towards a brighter future. Our students are resilient, insightful, and motivated, and though the barriers they face threaten derailment, our program helps students process complex issues, identify solutions, and develop and implement plans so that they may realize their fullest potential. Students need additional support to help navigate challenges as they attend Montgomery College, a vocational training program, work full-time, or choose to re-access their education plan.

Seeking tutors for college students taking classes in a range of topics:

Tutors meet weekly with a student (virtual or in person) for a semester.

Apply online today at https://futurelinkmd.org/volunteer-opportunities/

Once your application has been received, a Future Link staff member will contact you to schedule a conversation to learn more.

Share your wisdom and experience with a motivated young adult!

Future Link students are first-generation to college, low income, ages 18-25 and are working towards a brighter future. Our students are resilient, insightful, and motivated, and though the barriers they face threaten derailment, mentors help students process complex issues, identify solutions, and develop and implement plans so that they may realize their fullest potential. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused even greater disadvantages to our already marginalized student population, which is why our students need additional support to help navigate challenges as they attend Montgomery College, a vocational training program, work full-time, or choose to re-access their education plan.

Students enter the Future Link program through a 15-week Self-Advocacy and Career Development Seminar, after which they are matched with a mentor.

Mentors meet the student where they are, working with them on:

Mentors become the regular point of contact with the student and the Future Link staff. In addition, Future Link provides resources as needed to support the student and mentor. For instance, if the student needs to create a budget or a LinkedIn profile and that is not the mentor's strength, a different volunteer will work with the student in that area.

Mentors attend two training sessions and a one-on-one meeting with staff before meeting their mentee. Continuous support is provided once matched with a mentee. We request an initial one-year commitment with an option to continue beyond that time frame. Mentors must be 30+ years of age, live or work in Montgomery County, Maryland and have at least five years’ work experience in their career field.

There is no greater reward then helping transform a life!

Apply online today at futurelinkmd.org/mentor-application. Once your application has been received, a Future Link staff member will contact you to schedule a conversation to learn more.

To support all the students (ages 18-25) requesting help, we are seeking volunteers who could commit to 2-3 hours per week for a commitment of 3 months helping students in their efforts to obtain an internship or job.

Work with students on career/internship activities including:

Training (two 1.5 hour sessions) and support will be provided to explain the successful process we use to support our students in these efforts.

Interested to learn more? Complete this short form https://form.jotform.com/81224548384157 and a staff member will contact you to set up a time to talk.

Do you live in Montgomery County and have a dog who is at least 1 year old (and has lived with you for at least six months) that loves interacting with people and wishes to make an impact in their community? People Animals Love (PAL) needs additional volunteer teams to serve our partners across Maryland. Places we visit include Adventist HealthCare, Montgomery Hospice, JSSA Hospice, retirement/assisted living facilities, libraries, schools, correctional facilities, and hospitals. Visits take place during the weekday, in the evenings, and on weekends.  Right now we especially need volunteers during the weekday. Prospective volunteers can express their interest in joining PAL through this link on our website! Thank you for helping us meet our communities' needs!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL

Help with updating website with photos of events happening during the year (For example; Autism Awareness event that took place in April, 2025 International Festival that took place in April as well, Bowling Youth even that will take place in July, Poem recital etc).

Criteria for Successful Completion of SSL Project: Website & Event Updates

1- Event should be posted on the website within one week of occurrence.

2- Hours Earned: 1.5 SSL hours per event update.

3- Content: Include photos/videos and a brief event description (1 paragraph).

4- Newsletter: Each event should be added to the monthly newsletter with a summary of 2-4 sentences.

5- Quality: Content must be clear, error-free, with consistent formatting.

6- Verification: Submit SSL form with supervisor approval and link/screenshot of the post.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland is one of the county’s eight Consolidated Hubs providing food and other vital services to residents in need. Help is needed on Saturdays mornings between 8am – 11am to support the drive-thru pickup service. Register to volunteer at the main page sign up genius link: 

Tasks may include setting up the distribution site, distributing groceries, collecting information (Zip Codes, etc.), signing in/signing out site volunteers. The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 15 pounds repeatedly.

Harvest Mid-County Hub food Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

****The signup will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Steward 240-444-4935. ****

Thank you for your help in serving 500+ families across our region!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland serves the mid county region providing food and other vital services to residents every week. Play a vital role and make an impact on 550 families in the mid county region by serving on Fridays sorting and packing supplies in preparation for Saturday distribution.  This is a great opportunity for those who can only serve in the evening hours!   

Help is needed on Fridays between 2pm – 6pm to  sort supplies and bag food for Saturday pickup. Tasks may include moving food from pallet to shelves/bags, setting up tables, signing in/signing out site volunteers.  Note this is an IN-PERSON activity held indoors.

Register to volunteer at the main page link 

The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 10-15 pounds repeatedly.

Harvest Mid-County Hub Food Program Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

****The signup will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Stewart 240-444-4935 or the HUB main number at (301) 512-5584. ****

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland serves the mid county region providing food and other vital services to residents every week. Play a vital role and make an impact on 550 families in the mid county region by serving on Fridays sorting and packing supplies in preparation for Saturday distribution.  This is a great opportunity for those who can only serve in the evening hours!   

Help is needed on Fridays between 2pm – 6pm to sort supplies and bag food for Saturday pickup. Tasks may include moving food from pallet to shelves/bags, setting up tables, signing in/signing out site volunteers.  Note this is an IN-PERSON activity held indoors.

Register to volunteer at the main page sign up genius link: 

The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 10-15 pounds repeatedly.

Harvest Mid-County Food Hub Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

****The signup will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Stewart 240-444-4935 or the HUB main number at (301) 512-5584. ****

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Drivers needed for Saturday!

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland serves the mid county region providing food and other vital services to residents every week. Play a vital role and make an impact on 550 families in the mid county region by serving on Saturday mornings delivering to designated sites and homebound residents.

Help is needed on Saturdays from 11:00 am to 1pm for pickup/deliver boxes of groceries and other essential items to residents in several Mid County communities. 

The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers may pick up boxes at 16227 Batchellors Forest Rd, Olney, Maryland 20832. Delivery is contact-less.  Drivers must be at least 18 years of age.

Harvest Mid-County Hub Food Rogram Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks upon entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

Register to volunteer at the following link: 
****This sign up will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Steward 240-444-4935. ****

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

FourNineFive Legacy Volleyball Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the goal growing boys volleyball by affording players from families with limited financial resources opportunities to play.  We are looking for student volunteers to serve as Marketing & Social Media Managers to help develop social media marketing content and campaigns to increase visibility, engagement, and community involvement. This internship is designed specifically for students eager to explore the world of media production, content creation, social media, communications or marketing.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the production of multimedia content such as videos and social media posts.

Participate in brainstorming sessions for content ideas and campaign strategies.

Help with editing tasks for videos and audio content.

Support the social media team in content scheduling and community engagement efforts.

Qualifications:

A qualified candidate has excellent communication skills, is technology savvy, can work independently, and interested in working for a 501c3 nonprofit. Candidates must have access to a computer and reliable internet access. Must be proficient in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Knowledge of social media eg Facebook, Twitter/X, Linked In and Instagram plus blogs and other communication platforms, a plus.

Familiarity with the sport of volleyball.

Comfort working or learning Google Suite including: Google Docs, Forms etc. This role is best for a very creative self-starter who has ability and initiative to work independently from home.

We will award SSL hours according to the following equivalency:

1 marketing collateral created (e.g., flyer, brochure, etc.) = 2 SSL hours

1 social media post = 1 hour

1 marketing video created = 4 SSL hours

Volunteers will also attend check-in meetings with our core team through a virtual platform (Google Meet) using their personal/private accounts and SSL hours will also be granted for meetings (1 meeting hour = 1 SSL hour). Please keep a log of all hours completed.  If you are interested in the position, please email sara@495volleyball.org 

Additional Information Regarding Opportunity:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student's parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents / guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. A student's parent / guardian must provide the nonprofit with written approval of the student's participation in the virtual platform prior to the student serving/volunteering. Students must use personal/private accounts (not MCPS student accounts) to engage in the virtual platform. The nonprofit supervisor will be directly present in the virtual space (including any breakout sessions) at all times. The nonprofit supervisor will host all virtual sessions. If the nonprofit supervisor is not available to initiate and host the virtual session, the session will not occur. Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

Are you passionate about art and love creating fun, trend-savvy TikToks? Join our team as a Volunteer TikTok Creator!

We’re looking for a creative individual to help us grow our presence on TikTok by producing engaging content centered around art, creativity, and community service. You'll help spotlight our projects, inspire others to volunteer, and keep our content fresh by hopping on trends and interacting with other creators.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours

What you’ll do:

Create short, engaging TikToks about art and volunteering

Stay up-to-date with TikTok trends and adapt them to our mission

Highlight our organization’s impact in fun and creative ways

Interact with other creators, art communities, and volunteer-related content

Not eligible for SSL Hours!

Nourish Now is looking for pick-up/delivery drivers. Main responsibilities will include picking up food donations from a variety of companies and organizations in and around Montgomery County, MD. The job will require driving a box truck and/or a cargo style van.  We are open Monday-Friday 9:30 AM-3:30 PM. Please let us know what weekdays and times you are available!

Preferred Qualifications:

We are currently looking for volunteers to assist with food recovery operations at Nourish Now. Volunteers are vital to our operations to ensure that the items we are distributing to our community are safe to consume and high-quality.  Our volunteers will work together to keep our warehouse efficient and our food storage clean and organized.

To sign up, please email volunteer@nourishnow.org or call (301) 330-0222!  

Nourish Now is a 501 c3 nonprofit food bank, specializing in food recovery and providing donations from grocers, caterers, restaurants, and other food donors. These donations benefit children, families, and the elderly as well as shelters, food pantries, and other organizations working to end hunger. Through our programs, viable food partners are identified, and donations of food are recovered and redistributed through our network. 

Help Save the Bay by planting trees! Did you know forested streamside buffers (a.k.a. "riparian buffers") have been scientifically proven to be the most effective and least costly best management practice for preventing pollution of our rivers and streams? It's a great way for farmers to improve the quality of the streams running through their farmland. Join CBF's Farm Stewardship Program as we restore these valuable resources. No experience is necessary and all supplies are provided. Families, children accompanied by an adult, and groups are all welcome. Visit www.cbf.org/mdrestoration for additional information and online registration.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Love history and the C&O Canal? Are you over 18 and interested in joining a team of dedicated volunteers to provide light support of an 1830s-era lockhouse and the guests who visit it? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

The C&O Canal Trust is seeking volunteer Quartermasters for our award-winning overnight interpretive program (www.canalquarters.org), in which park visitors (yes - even you!) can spend a few nights in an authentic lockkeeper's home and experience a bit of canal history for themselves. 

Each house is supported by a team of volunteer Quartermasters who perform regular upkeep and light maintenance duties between guest stays, such as restocking cleaning supplies or lantern batteries, and generally keeping the house and its yard and firepit looking tidy.  In addition, Quartermasters rotate remaining on call for guests with urgent issues such as a lockout or needing basic supplies.

The ideal Quartermaster will possess some basic home care or light maintenance skills, lives relatively close by, and is friendly and generous with both the lockhouse guests and their fellow Quartermasters. They'll value the historic nature of working in a 200-year-old lockhouse in a national park and delight in sharing this unique resource with others. 

For more details, please visit https://www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/quartermasters/. We can't wait for you to join us!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Love history and the C&O Canal? Are you over 18 and interested in joining a team of dedicated volunteers to provide light support of an 1830s-era lockhouse and the guests who visit it? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

The C&O Canal Trust is seeking volunteer Quartermasters for our award-winning overnight interpretive program (www.canalquarters.org), in which park visitors (yes - even you!) can spend a few nights in an authentic lockkeeper's home and experience a bit of canal history for themselves. 

Each house is supported by a team of volunteer Quartermasters who perform regular upkeep and light maintenance duties between guest stays, such as restocking cleaning supplies or lantern batteries, and generally keeping the house and its yard and firepit looking tidy.  In addition, Quartermasters rotate remaining on call for guests with urgent issues such as a lockout or needing basic supplies.

The ideal Quartermaster will possess some basic home care or light maintenance skills, lives relatively close by, and is friendly and generous with both the lockhouse guests and their fellow Quartermasters. They'll value the historic nature of working in a 200-year-old lockhouse in a national park and delight in sharing this unique resource with others. 

For more details, please visit https://www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/quartermasters/. We can't wait for you to join us!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Love history and the C&O Canal? Are you over 18 and interested in joining a team of dedicated volunteers to provide light support of an 1830s-era lockhouse and the guests who visit it? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

The C&O Canal Trust is seeking volunteer Quartermasters for our award-winning overnight interpretive program (www.canalquarters.org), in which park visitors (yes - even you!) can spend a few nights in an authentic lockkeeper's home and experience a bit of canal history for themselves. 

Each house is supported by a team of volunteer Quartermasters who perform regular upkeep and light maintenance duties between guest stays, such as restocking toilet paper or dish soap, and generally keeping the house and its yard and firepit looking tidy.  (Please note that for Lockhouse 21, we do contract a cleaning company to clean the bathroom and kitchen, so no toilet-scrubbing here!) In addition, Quartermasters rotate remaining on call for guests with urgent issues such as a lockout or needing basic supplies, etc.

The ideal Quartermaster will possess some basic home care or light maintenance skills, lives relatively close by, and is friendly and generous with both the lockhouse guests and their fellow Quartermasters. They'll value the historic nature of working in a 200-year-old lockhouse in a national park and delight in sharing this unique resource with others. 

For more details, please visit https://www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/quartermasters/. We can't wait for you to join us!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

For the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month(Jan, Feb, Mar, May, June 2025), volunteers will play a crucial role in assisting disabled children and young adults in learning basic Taekwondo skills alongside our experienced instructors. Volunteer duties may include providing one-on-one support during practice sessions, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment, offering encouragement and motivation, and helping with the setup and organization of the Taekwondo activities.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Upcoming Keen schedule this year:

Tilden MS, Sundays from 2pm to 3:00pm -September 7th,  October 5th,  November 2nd, December 7th, February 1st 2026, March 1st,2026, May 3rd 2026, 

June 7th: Sports Festival 10am to 2:30pm at Local Park(Address will be updated)
   

PLEASE NOTE: TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY, PLEASE COMPLETE THIS APPLICATION FORM WITH YOUR PERSONAL (NON-MCPS EMAIL) AND THEN HIT RESPOND ABOVE. YOUR APPLICATION CANNOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT COMPLETING BOTH TASKS.

Elevate the Future is a U.S.-based student-led 501(c)(3) organization committed to increasing access to business and computer science education around the world. We have 43 chapters in 18 countries with over 400 team members.

Elevate the Future's Maryland Chapter seeks remote student volunteers for its Outreach Committee. Applications are ongoing, and we encourage any students interested in gaining exposure and getting trained to complete media, outreach, journalism, and public relations work.

ETF MD IS A CERTIFIED ISSUER OF SSL HOURS.
VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS ROLE WILL EARN SSL HOURS FOR THEIR WORK.

QUALIFICATIONS:

 - Grades 6 - 12
 - Interested in outreach, social media engagement, publications, and media
 - Professional student writing and research skills

Volunteers are expected to complete high-quality work that is done in a professional manner. This work must be submitted on time or in a reasonable period after the assigned date, especially for time-sensitive tasks. Additionally, volunteers are expected to attend all meetings on time and exercise good judgement when volunteering with ETF MD.

Students will earn hour-for-hour the amount of time serving when they directly supervised, as well as one hour per week for asynchronous tasks they are assigned to.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home until schools resume normal status.  

Elevate the Future is a U.S.-based student-led 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving digital and economic literacy around the world. We have 43 chapters in 18 countries with over 400 team members.

Elevate the Future's Maryland Chapter seeks remote student volunteers for its Finance Department. Applications are ongoing, and we encourage any students interested in finance, administration, or grantwriting to apply.

ETF MD IS A CERTIFIED ISSUER OF MCPS  STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING (SSL) HOURS.
VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS ROLE WILL EARN SSL HOURS FOR THEIR WORK.

Initial appointment rank upon selection is commensurate with knowledge and experience. Volunteers with one year of active, high-quality service to Elevate the Future Maryland will automatically be promoted to Level 2 (senior) rank.

Developers will oversee the financial operations of the Maryland Chapter of Elevate the Future. This primarily includes grant writing to raise funds for programs, which requires strong persuasive writing skills and a passion for the mission and vision of Elevate the Future's educational programs. The Finance Department also periodically handles financial planning, budget review, and fundraising planning for the chapter.

Quality work must be submitted before the deadline and done in a professional manner. Students will earn hour-for-hour the amount of time serving when they are directly supervised, as well as limited additional hours per week for asynchronous tasks they are assigned to.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Elevate the Future is a U.S.-based student-led 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving digital and economic literacy around the world. We have 43 chapters in 18 countries with over 400 team members.

Elevate the Future's Maryland Chapter seeks remote student volunteers for its Marketing Department. Applications are ongoing, and we encourage any students interested in programming and technology education to apply.

ETF MD IS A CERTIFIED ISSUER OF MCPS  STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING (SSL) HOURS.
VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS ROLE WILL EARN SSL HOURS FOR THEIR WORK.

Initial appointment rank upon selection is commensurate with knowledge and experience. Volunteers with one year of active, high-quality service to Elevate the Future Maryland will automatically be promoted to Level 2 (senior) rank.

Social Media Specialists will create promotional and marketing materials. This includes social media posts—primarily Instagram posts—and flyers and graphics for the chapter's educational programs in business and computer science. Interest in business and computer science is a plus but not required.

Quality work must be submitted before the deadline and done in a professional manner. Students will earn hour-for-hour the amount of time serving when they are directly supervised, as well as limited additional hours per week for asynchronous tasks they are assigned to.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Elevate the Future is a U.S.-based student-led 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving digital and economic literacy around the world. We have 43 chapters in 18 countries with over 400 team members.

Elevate the Future's Maryland Chapter seeks remote student volunteers for its CS Education Department. Applications are ongoing, and we encourage any students interested in programming and technology education to apply.

ETF MD IS A CERTIFIED ISSUER OF MCPS  STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING (SSL) HOURS.
VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS ROLE WILL EARN SSL HOURS FOR THEIR WORK.

Initial appointment rank upon selection is commensurate with knowledge and experience. Volunteers with one year of active, high-quality service to Elevate the Future Maryland will automatically be promoted to Level 2 (senior) rank.

Curriculum developers will create educational materials for computer science curriculums. This includes slide presentations, example activities, and extension activities. The CS Education Department may also host educational events and competitions, including but not limited to guest speaker seminars, hackathons, and coding contests for which developers are permitted to instruct.

Web developers will work with clients—small businesses—recording specifications, creating planning documentation, and using online web editorial tools to build web infrastructure for beneficiaries free of cost.

Quality work must be submitted before the deadline and done in a professional manner. Students will earn hour-for-hour the amount of time serving when they are directly supervised, as well as limited additional hours per week for asynchronous tasks they are assigned to.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Elevate the Future is a U.S.-based student-led 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving digital and economic literacy around the world. We have 43 chapters in 18 countries with over 400 team members.

Elevate the Future's Maryland Chapter seeks remote student volunteers for its Business Education Department. Applications are ongoing, and we encourage any students interested in economics, entrepreneurship, the social sciences, and business education to apply.

ETF MD IS A CERTIFIED ISSUER OF MCPS  STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING (SSL) HOURS.
VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS ROLE WILL EARN SSL HOURS FOR THEIR WORK.

Initial appointment rank upon selection is commensurate with knowledge and experience. Volunteers with one year of active, high-quality service to Elevate the Future Maryland will automatically be promoted to Level 2 (senior) rank.

Developers will create educational materials for business curricula. This includes slide presentations, example activities, and extension activities. The Business Education Department may also host educational events and competitions, including but not limited to guest speaker seminars, pitch contests, and entrepreneurship-oriented summer camps, for which developers are permitted to instruct.

Quality work must be submitted before the deadline and done in a professional manner. Students will earn hour-for-hour the amount of time serving when they are directly supervised, as well as limited additional hours per week for asynchronous tasks they are assigned to.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Miracle League Buddies are volunteers ranging in age from elementary school to senior citizens.  These include family members, individuals, and local youth and civic groups.  All Buddies are expected to demonstrate appropriate maturity, and to exhibit sensitivity and good judgment when interacting with Players.”  Many people refer to the Buddy volunteers as “Angels in the Outfield.”   Buddies can bring their own equipment but that is not required. What is required is to provide smiles and laughter to the Miracle League Players.

The minimum age for a Buddy is 13.  All Buddies are expected to demonstrate appropriate maturity, and to exhibit sensitivity and good judgment when interacting with Players.  The goals for Miracle League Buddies are:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

We have volunteer opportunities in the Fall and Spring seasons on Saturday and Sunday.

Got a group that wants to volunteer? 

KEEN has opportunities on the weekends from September through June. In Montgomery County, those opportunities are mostly on Sundays at KEEN Sports for Kids, Teens or Young Adults. (Ask about other opportunities as well.) 

During KEEN's Sports Programs, athletes (KEEN's young people with disabilities, ages 5-25) and volunteers come together for one-to-one activities in a group setting. Together they do individual activities that are tailored solely to the needs of the athlete. They may throw a basketball or kick a soccer ball, or they may take a walk around the outdoor track. Many love to bounce on 36" balls or be pulled along the floor on a flat wheeled scooter. A group may form for Duck, Duck, Goose. The session ends with everyone coming together in a circle (although some athletes still need to run around its periphery, and that's okay) and sharing with the group what they did that day "that made them very Proud." They literally go out dancing: the Hokey Pokey for the younger kids and the Macarena for the teens and young adults. Athletes burn energy, meet and interact with new volunteers, see old friends, and then rejoin their parents, who have had some precious respite time. Watch this short video to get a snapshot of KEEN in action: https://youtu.be/PL8sYmDEENg

Event location: Tilden Middle School, 6300 Tilden Lane, N. Bethesda, MD.
All volunteers must register and sign up on www.keengreaterdc.org, attend orientation and training the day they volunteer, and be mature and responsible.

Contact Beth at programsdc@keengrdc.org to organize a mutually good date for your group to volunteer. 

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Description

2025-2026 ongoing SSL Opportunities for youth sponsored by The Tacy Foundation

Here is a list of many different In-Person and remote opportunities that you are invited to choose this school year:

5. Write about your Piano Pals® or Guitar Pals® or Reading Express® Your Reflections may be about a particular life lesson that you taught this fall or last year during the holiday season. Tell about how your young student saw the world of holidays through his or her eyes. Your writing may reflect (1) a change in your idea of community service, (2) what you discovered that you did not know before you taught (Write about this in regard to the children whom you are serving), and/or (3) the importance of music in the lives of the children you are working with. It may include a particularly difficult challenge that you faced or are facing in working with children. The piece may be about how you discovered a side of yourself you had not known before these music classes. Relate how you would like to take what you learned into the world to share with others and to serve again. (1 SSL hour after it is published online or in the Newsletter). Send to volunteer.thetacyfoundation@gmail.comand/or thetacyfoundation@gmail.com.  

Piano Pals for Elementary school children, Guitar Pals for Elementary school children, and Piano Pals for Seniors.  Look for Summer Training sessions (coming in July) for new volunteers.  Experienced mentors will teach new volunteers.  

Student participation in the above service projects is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. The above service activities are designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. Consent Forms for Virtual Learning by 501(c)(3) organizations (The Tacy Foundation) must be signed by the parent prior to enrollment. No exceptions.

We hold various community events through out the year that offer education and services in natural health care and wellness.

We need volunteers at these events to help us with welcoming guests, distributing flyers, giving information, handing out products, and more.

Contact us for more information or to be a volunteer at one of our exciting events.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

About the event

This role is part of our commitment to staying connected with our community. Many of our families rely on us for essential resources, and consistent communication is key. By helping us make daily calls and support appointment setting, you're making sure no one misses out on important services. Why is it important?

Timely communication helps us: Confirm or schedule appointments

Share updates about programs or services Build trust with the families we serve—especially those who prefer to speak in Spanish

Your help allows our team to focus on delivering high-quality support while making sure every voice is heard.

What’s the impact?

You’ll be directly improving access for underserved families, ensuring smoother experiences and less missed appointments. Especially for Spanish-speaking households, your bilingual support bridges a crucial gap in access and comfort.  

What will volunteers do?

Help with appointment setting

Make and log reminder calls to clients using our script

Communicate clearly, kindly, and respectfully with each caller

Flag any urgent concerns for staff follow-up

What will volunteers need to bring or wear?

Comfortable clothes

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Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

The WeAchieve, Inc., Volunteer Program benefits from the work of the many volunteers who provide caring and compassionate support to the people we serve in our meaningful day programs, residential houses and in our administrative offices.

We are currently seeking volunteers to provide creative activities and support with the residents in our residential houses.

This is a great opportunity for persons with a background in art, music, physical education, or anyone interested in learning the day to day operations of the Residential department. 

If you believe in our mission and are interested in improving the lives of the people we serve, then we need you. 

Please contact me via email at pburns@weachieveinc.org or call 301-873-5271.

The WeAchieve,Inc., Volunteer Program benefits from the work of the many volunteers who provide caring and compassionate support to the people we serve in our day programs, residential houses and in our administrative offices. 

We are currently seeking finance volunteer interns to provide administrative support in our finance department.  This is a great opportunity for persons with a background in finance, retirees and anyone with a interest in the day to day operations in our finance department. 

If you believe in our mission and are interested in improving the lives of the people we serve, then we need you. 

Please contact me via email at pburns@weachieveinc.org or call 301-873-5271.

WeAchieve’s Volunteer Program benefits from the work of the many volunteers who provide caring and compassionate support to the people we serve in our meaningful day programs, residential houses, in the communities, on various committees and in our administrative offices as well as occasional beautification projects. 

We are currently seeking Tech Savvy Data Entry volunteers to provide administrative support in our Admissions Eligibility and Funding Support department.

This is a great opportunity for persons with a background in Admissions Eligibility and Funding Support, Microsoft word, Excel, Outlook, Retirees and anyone interested in learning the day to day operations of the Admissions Eligibility and Funding Support department. 

If you believe in our mission and are interested in improving the lives of the people we serve, then we are looking for you. 

Please contact me via email at pburns@weachieveinc.org or call 301-873-5271.

Volunteers will assist program staff by helping to set up and organize activities, engaging with children to foster an inclusive and supportive environment, and ensuring smooth transitions between activities. They may also help care for the equestrian facility general barn chores by tidying up spaces, preparing equipment, and assisting with basic horse care under supervision.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

We are collecting arm-deep, mid-sized, good-conditioned purses, handbags, and backpacks. Fanny packs and wallets are too small.

We are seeking the following travel-sized toiletries:

Donations can be shipped to:

Purses For A Purpose, Inc.

5614 Connecticut Ave NW #185

Washington DC 20015

Financial Donations will be used to purchase toiletries and meet minimal business expenses:

You may receive a receipt for tax purposes upon request.

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Serving the community groceries for over 13 years, Clifton Park Baptist Church has partnered with the county to become one of eight consolidation hubs to distribute food and other essentials as a result of the pandemic. There are six food distributions a month including a Wednesday distribution which serves about 550 households, the first Saturday that serves about 300 households, and a TEFAP distribution which serves 30-50 households. Groceries and diapers are distributed to community members who walk-up and drive up as well as through community partners. Clifton Park Baptist Church partners with 7 other local organizations, nonprofits and other churches who receive food at our location for their clients who are in need.   

Help is needed for our weekly FOOD PACKING:

Volunteer to pack bags of fresh produce on WEDNESDAYS (10:00AM – 2:30PM) for partner distributions within the community. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move 10-15 pounds repeatedly. Specific instructions provided upon arrival.

Register to Volunteer- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

COVID-19 Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building (face shields are a great addition) and have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves are available on site.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Onsite parking is available.  Volunteers can drive up the driveway past the line of drivers waiting for food and then park in the parking lot.

You may contact Randi (outreach.cpbc@gmail.com) for additional information. Thank you for helping us serve a 1000+ households each week!

Register to Volunteer-https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

Serving the community groceries for over 13 years, Clifton Park Baptist Church has partnered with the county to become one of eight consolidation hubs to distribute food and other essentials as a result of the pandemic. There are six food distributions a month including a Wednesday distribution which serves about 550 households, the first Saturday that serves about 300 households, and a TEFAP distribution which serves 30-50 households. Groceries and diapers are distributed to community members who walk-up and drive up as well as through community partners. Clifton Park Baptist Church partners with 7 other local organizations, nonprofits and other churches who receive food at our location for their clients who are in need.   

Help is needed for our weekly distributions:

Thursdays    9:00AM – 12PM Distributing bags of food/supplies to drivers and walkers. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 15 pounds repeatedly. Specific instructions provided upon arrival.

Register to Volunteer at Food Distribution, https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

COVID-19 Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building (face shields are a great addition) and have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves are available on site.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Onsite parking is available.  Volunteers can drive up the driveway past the line of drivers waiting for food and then park in the parking lot.

You may contact Randi (outreach.cpbc@gmail.com) for additional information. Thank you for helping us serve a 1000+ households each week!

Heart pillows are ideal for those who received surgical procedures near the underarm, and can act as a protective barrier between sensitive areas and the car seatbelt. Volunteers may choose to make sewn or crocheted heart-shaped pillows to show patients that we care!

NOTE: We do NOT accept no-sew pillows.

We welcome unisex colors and patterns (NO holiday or religious patterns, as noted in our project guidelines) and recommend a size of 9 x 9 inches, using cotton fabric for sewn pillows. For the safety of our recipients, please use new and unused materials.Please do not superglue pillows. Pillows must be sewn following the tutorials below, without stuffing coming out. Please feel free to Google to find other patterns.

For volunteers seeking service hours: Photos prior to submissions are HIGHLY recommended to ensure quality work. Please email volunteer@kitstoheart.org with your photos.

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Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.

Warrior Canine Connection is a non-profit organization which breeds, raises and trains dogs with the assistance of Veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), or mobility issues. These dogs are eventually placed as service dogs for Wounded Warriors, military family support dogs, or facility dogs for Veteran Organizations. We are actively seeking volunteers to serve as Puppy Parents for future service dogs in training and would love for Montgomery County youth to co-raise with their parent or guardian.

For the duration of their training, WCC pups live in Puppy Raiser's homes. In addition to any training the dogs do with Warriors, they are constantly working on their skills in a home environment and at training sessions at WCC. 

Puppy Raisers train our service dogs for 4 to 20 months before the dogs graduate and are placed with their forever Veteran. Each puppy goes home with his or her Puppy Parent between the ages of 8-12 weeks. To be considered for this important task, you must be willing and able to provide the following support and training for the WCC service dog in training:

Click here to learn more:  https://warriorcanineconnection.org/get-involved/become-a-puppy-raiser/

As a youth co-raiser, you can earn 1 SSL hour for each day that you have the dog and take an active role in its training and healthcare (This is not a dog fostering program).  In order to demonstrate this you must attend weekly trainings, complete monthly progress reports, submit the daily reflective journal every 12 weeks, and bring your dog to Head Quarters in Germantown when necessary.  If not all parts are completed, the student will only earn a portion of the hours based on their involvement.  This is a big responsibility, but it will be so rewarding.  Not only can you earn SSL hours, but you will be serving the Veteran community, learning how to train a dog, and this experience will look amazing on college resumes. 

Questions? Contact puppyparent@warriorcanineconnection.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.

The Civic Circle has an opening on our Youth Council, a volunteer position that involves volunteering at Civic Circle events, promoting and supporting our organization as an ambassador in the community, and helping ensure that our programs are responsive to and relevant to Montgomery County’s youth. This is an outstanding opportunity for a high school or college student who has a passion for democracy issues and civic life, and would like to learn more about entrepreneurial leadership and nonprofit management. To learn more about The Civic Circle, visit www.theciviccircle.org. To apply, please contact Conner Barron at cbarron@theciviccircle.org.

MCPS Student Service Learning Information:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.

Help welcome refugee youth to Maryland! Volunteers are paired with refugee youth (ages 16-24) to assist with career development and empowerment. Duties vary based on the goals and interests of the youth, but tend to focus on exploring career and educational opportunities, identifying career pathways, assisting with the job search and application process (resume, cover letter, application, interview), and setting short and long term goals. 

The goal of the mentorship is to allow the youth to have a mentor that can help navigate US systems, promote civic engagement and leadership opportunities, and provide guidance with various questions and ideas as they begin thinking about future careers or higher education. 

Mentors play an integral role in showing mentees the vast array of opportunities that may be available to them in the US, as well as supporting and empowering them to explore these opportunities. Volunteers are encouraged to meet youth outside of their homes at coffee shops or in public places.

Time commitment: 10 hours per month for 6 months, although this time commitment is very flexible. If you are interested in using your knowledge of your community to help newcomers to Maryland, please respond!

This opportunity may be virtually only, in person, or hybrid.   

As a Community Bridges (CB) mentor, you will be matched one-on-one with a high school-aged participant in our program for one academic year (September or month of match-June) with the option to extend. Through a closely formed relationship, your time and support can help empower your mentee to be a successful student, an engaged community member, and a confident leader. In return, we hope you gain personal fulfillment as a contributor to the community and the future generation of female leaders. 

In 1997, CB was founded with the vision for an inclusive community where each person is valued and has abundant opportunities to improve themselves and the world around them. The CB Mentor Program continues this quest with the aim for mentors, mentees, staff, and organizational practices to promote accessibility, cultural humility, and more equitable distribution of resources. We acknowledge the historical exclusion of marginalized groups, particularly Women, People of Color, Indigenous people, gender expansive individuals, and people with learning differences. Thus, all members of the Mentor Program are asked to: 

This year, Community Bridges served 464 students in grades 4-12. 96% of our students are first-generation with 44% of families identifying as Hispanic and 42% as Black or African. The most reported languages spoken at home are Spanish, Amharic, and French. Ideal mentors are young professionals and leaders who have experience and are comfortable working within these communities. We are looking for mentors to have critical conversations with their mentees surrounding topics, but not limited to, social injustice, racism, and healthy relationships. We value a diversity of experience, personality, background, and interests. 

Please consider applying to bring your strengths to our girls!

Participation Requirements

Time Commitment

To apply, complete the application here. 

For more information about Community Bridges, check out our website: https://communitybridges-md.org

Phoenix Computers is seeking one or more new members of our front desk staff. Volunteers will greet and interact with customers, process sales, keep records, and manage and respond to emails.

This is a perfect opportunity for a retired person or perhaps a parent with school children who wants to make a contribution to the community and has some available time during the day.

This position requires basic computer skills (Excel, Internet, Email.) For any volunteers who might be comfortable with selecting computers, they can also assist customers find the best option to purchase. However, technical expertise is not needed for this position. Applicants should enjoy working with a wide variety of customers.

We are open Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 4. Volunteers should be available for at least 3 hours on a regular scheduled basis (10-1, 1-4.) Longer hour commitments are very welcome.

Phoenix Computers is a small workshop with an informal, friendly atmosphere. We are here to serve our low income and special needs clients so that they can fully participate in the digital age. We invite you to check us out at phoenixcomputers.org.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Hughes United Methodist Church serves as one of seven Montgomery County Consolidated Services Hubs delivering food assistance and other vital services to a growing number of Mid County residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Since March 2020, Hughes has provided more than 900,000 pounds of free groceries to 36,000 households. The needs continue to grow and we appreciate your interest.

ENERGETIC VOLUNTEERS are needed to help distribute food, they are assigned a station in which they will help our clients to classify the food they require. The activity takes place indoors and involves standing for at least 2 hours and lifting up to 35 pounds. Volunteers must dress accordingly.

COVID-19: Physical distancing protocols are followed to provide a safe environment for everyone.  All volunteers must complete a temperature check upon arrival in order to sign in for their shift. Gloves are provided, but you must bring and wear your own mask.

VOLUNTEER SIGNUP: Advance registration is required through the Hub’s Signup Genius account. For a list of available volunteer slots and to register for this opportunity, click the link below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0849a5a72ba75-drivein#/

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The Mid-County Consolidation Hub at Hughes United Methodist Church provides a variety of goods and services to more than 800 households each week, including home deliveries to seniors, single parent households, and those without transportation. 

Using your own vehicle, drive bags of food and other essential items and deliver outside a family's door. Bags will be loaded into your car and you will receive a list of addresses (usually 4 to 6 depending on the number of client referrals and drivers signed up for the day). Volunteers drop off at the client's doorstep and send a text saying that their food was delivered. Deliveries are in nearby Wheaton/Glenmont and Silver Spring, and typically take an hour to complete (up to two at most). 

Drivers enter the Hughes United Methodist Church lot from Windham Lane and pull up in front of the metal stairs that lead to the gym.  Must be adults (over 18) and sign a liability waiver, and should be comfortable lifting up to 20-25 pounds.

All volunteers must register in advance on the Hughes UMC Hub SignUp Genius page.  Use the link below to check for available slots and to sign up for one or more dates:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849A5A72BA75-drivers

Your help with this activity will make a huge positive impact.  Many thanks in advance!

We are seeking individuals, family members and parents who have a connection to Osteogenesis Imperfecta that will be interested in serving on the 2026 DC Fine Wines Gala Committee. This fundraiser includes dinner, cocktails, live and silent auctions and a Fund the Mission moment. The committee will meet twice in person and will hold monthly meetings via Zoom. We need individuals who are willing to dedicate their time and effort to promoting awareness of osteogenesis imperfecta and contribute their talents and skills to a Gala committee.

Volunteer Helping Hands, CaringMatters patient and family program, offers short-term, practical, social and emotional support for people of all ages with a serious illness and no reasonable prospect of a cure.

CaringMatters is a non-medical hospice, who carefully matches the needs of the patients and families with the appropriate caregiver.

All volunteers must go through our general three-day volunteer training and complete a background check.  Following training, volunteers will be matched with a patient or family to provide non-medical care such as transportation, running errands, respite care or simply provide companionship and friendship.

We are in great need for volunteers in the Silver Spring area, as well as volunteers who speak other languages. However, we welcome all who are interested in volunteering. Services are provided in homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.

For more information, please visit the CaringMatters volunteer page: https://www.caringmatters.org/program-volunteer-training 

We do not offer SSL hours for this volunteer opportunity. Volunteers need to be 21 or older.   

Are you interested in volunteering with CaringMatters but have limited availability? This is a great opportunity for you!

Volunteers will be trained on how to support CaringMatters patients who are in need of transportation to and from doctor's appointments, medical treatments, social service appointments and grocery/pharmacy trips. Transportation is a major need for those living with cancer and other serious illness, especially for those who must attend multiple treatments or doctor appointments per week. CaringMatters seeks to alleviate the stress and financial burden of finding transportation for our patients and their families. JustRides volunteers do this by providing rides to supplement transportation already being provided by family members, friends and other community resources. At this time, JustRides is only supporting active CaringMatters patients with transportation. 

Volunteer requirements:

If you are interested in volunteering with this program or for more information, please contact Amy Fier, Senior Director of Patient & Caregiver Services at 301-869-4673 ext. 117 or amyf@caringmatters.org. 

To view the CaringMatters volunteer page, please visit: https://www.caringmatters.org/program-volunteer-training 

We are seeking facilitators for our Good Grief Club meetings. Good Grief Clubs offer peer support in a safe environment for children in grades K-12 to discuss their feelings about the death of a loved one. The support groups run for 7 weeks and help children explore feelings, develop healthy coping strategies, and find comfort and safety in learning that they are not alone. Good Grief Club facilitators complete both the Volunteer Training and Good Grief Club Training. The Good Grief Club Training is offered on two weekdays. When they are assigned to a school, they co-facilitate seven weekly sessions with the school counselor. Depending on the ages of the children, sessions range from 30 to 50 minutes. Volunteers must complete the three-day basic volunteer training and the additional Good Grief Club training. Volunteers must complete a background check. Good Grief Clubs are offered primarily through Montgomery County Public Schools.    

For more information, please visit the CaringMatteres volunteer page: https://www.caringmatters.org/program-volunteer-training 

We do not offer SSL hours for this volunteer opportunity. Volunteers need to be 21 or older.          

We are seeking volunteers to serve as facilitators for bereavement groups! CaringMatters provides adult support groups that allow participants to meet others who are also grieving, share their stories, and learn from one another. Specialized groups include adult child loss, parent loss, sibling or friend loss, spousal loss, and suicide loss. Additional groups are formed based on community need.

All volunteers must go through our general three-day volunteer training and then a shorter additional adult bereavement training. Volunteers must also complete a background check.   

After completing both trainings, they are assigned in two-person teams to co-facilitate 1½-hours-long meetings. The frequency of meetings varies. Some groups meet during the day, but most meet on weeknights from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Currently, most of the adult support groups are meeting online via Zoom.

For more information please visit the CaringMatters Volunteer page at: https://www.caringmatters.org/program-volunteer-training

We do not offer SSL hours for this volunteer opportunity. Volunteers need to be 21 or older.   

Winter Growth is a Medical Adult Day Program and Assisted Living facility that has been proudly serving the Olney and Columbia communities for over 45 years. Its mission is to foster a supportive and vibrant community where seniors and adults with disabilities can continue to learn, grow, and live with purpose and joy.

We are currently seeking new members to join our Board of Directors. Above all, we’re looking for individuals who believe in our mission and are passionate about making a difference. We are especially in need of expertise in the following areas:

Finance (ability to review and understand budgets and financial projections) 

Business development

Marketing

Insurance and/or law

The Board plays an advisory role, offering oversight of the organization’s finances, leadership, and mission alignment. It meets six times per year, and each board member serves on at least one committee: Marketing & Fund Development, Succession, Board Development, or Health Regulations. Our board is a collaborative, committed, and collegial group—and we’d love to add new voices to the table.

If you're interested in learning more, we invite you to begin with an informal conversation with a current board member—perhaps over lunch—followed by a tour of one of our facilities. From there, we can explore the possibility of board membership together.

Interested applicants can sign up here: https://successinstyle.org/volunteer/

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Join Us in Making a Difference - Become a Volunteer
A Home of Their Own (AHOTO) was founded by individuals with decades of experience in animal rescue. We are committed to saving as many dogs and cats as possible and placing them in loving forever homes. After adoption, we continue to offer education, training, outreach, and support to build a strong community of happy adopters and their pets.

We are always in need of compassionate, dedicated volunteers. Whether you have a few hours a week or are looking for a more active role, there are many ways to get involved!

Volunteer opportunities include:

Fostering dogs and/or cats in your home

Transporting animals to and from shelters, veterinary appointments, or adoption shows

Helping at adoption shows with setup, support, and dog handling

Dog walking for dogs in boarding - give them a break with walks or fun field trips

Administrative help such as data entry or bookkeeping

Social media and outreach to support branding, content creation, and community engagement

Fundraising through virtual campaigns or in-person events

No matter your skill set or schedule, your time can truly make a difference.

Ready to get started?
Sign up at ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer

A Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets.

A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Unleashed, 3134 Olney Sandy Spring Rd., Olney.

Task include:

All supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today!

Open Your Home, Open Your Heart - Become a Dog Foster
A Home of Their Own is committed to rescuing as many dogs and cats as possible and finding them the best forever homes. After adoption, we continue to support our community with education, training, and outreach to ensure long-lasting, happy matches.

Are you a compassionate, patient individual or family looking to make a meaningful difference? Fostering with AHOTO may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Fostering gives dogs the chance to decompress, grow, and thrive outside of a shelter - while helping us save more lives.

As a dog foster, you will:

Provide a safe, loving, and stable home environment

Feed and care for the dog(s) in your care

Help us learn more about their personality, preferences, and needs

Bring your foster dog to at least two adoption shows per month to increase their chances of finding a forever home

Why foster?

Discover the unique personality of your foster dog

Help prepare them for life in a forever home

Make space for shelters and rescues to save more animals in need

Be a critical part of a dog’s rescue journey

If you’re ready to help a dog find their second chance, sign up at ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/foster.

Join Our Transport Team - Help Move Dogs Toward a Better Life
A Home of Their Own is committed to rescuing as many dogs and cats as possible and finding them the best forever homes. After adoption, we continue to support our community through education, training, and outreach to ensure lasting, loving bonds.

We're currently seeking reliable transport volunteers to help move dogs safely and efficiently between locations. Transport is a crucial part of our rescue operations - it helps dogs get to vet appointments, fosters, and safe housing.

Volunteer transport duties may include:

Driving dogs from foster homes or boarding facilities to veterinary appointments and back

Picking up dogs from a designated location (typically 30-60 minutes away) and transporting them to a kennel or foster home

Shuttling dogs between kennels and foster homes as needed

Requirements:

A valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance

Ability to safely handle dogs (experience preferred but not required)

Willingness to communicate with our team and follow transport protocols

If you have a reliable car and a heart for rescue, we’d love your help.
Sign up at ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer

Help Dogs Find Their Perfect Match
A Home of Their Own is dedicated to rescuing as many dogs and cats as possible and placing them in loving forever homes. After adoption, we continue to support our community with education, training, and outreach to ensure lasting, happy bonds between pets and their people.

We’re currently looking for volunteers to serve as Dog Applicant Meet & Greet Liaisons - a vital part of the adoption process!

As a Meet & Greet Liaison, you will:

Introduce adoptable dogs to potential adopters

Share information about each dog’s personality, background, and needs

Provide feedback on the meet and greet to our Dog Manager

Help create lasting connections between dogs and their future families

This role is a great fit if you:

Are friendly, reliable, and comfortable speaking with people

Want to make a hands-on difference in a dog’s journey to their forever home

Can commit to occasional in-person meetups (locations vary)

Ready to help dogs find the love they deserve?
Sign up today at ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer

We’re seeking positive, eager individuals to join our dynamic team at weekly adoption events in Olney and Silver Spring.

Responsibilities may include:

Assisting with event setup and take-down

Refilling water bowls for our furry friends

Greeting visitors, answering questions, and guiding the public

Transporting dogs to and from the venue

Handling and engaging with dogs during the show

What we're looking for:

A friendly, upbeat attitude and a willingness to learn

Previous experience with dogs is a plus, but passion and enthusiasm matter most!

All training and supplies (treats, water bowls, adoption resources, etc.) will be provided.

Ready to make a difference? Visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer to sign up and learn more about how you can support our adoption shows. Your time and care help us rehome more pets and create brighter futures.

Considering fostering but unsure about a long-term commitment? Our two-week foster program offers a rewarding opportunity to help a dog transition from shelter life to a forever home. By providing a temporary, loving environment, you help us assess the dog's personality and needs, making it easier to match them with the right adopter. This also frees up space in shelters, allowing us to assist more animals in need.

What We Provide

Crate and necessary gear

Ongoing support and guidance

What We Ask of You

A safe, nurturing home for two weeks

Basic care and companionship

Observations on the dog's behavior to aid in adoption placement

Join us in making a tangible difference in a dog's life. Your temporary home can be the first step to their forever home.

Ready to Foster?

Sign up today at ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/foster and become a part of our compassionate community.

Volunteers will be tasked with researching nonprofits, schools, and community organizations in the DMV. As we collaborate with these organizations, we are learning about the services they provide, volunteer opportunities available, and vital resources to share with people in need. Volunteers will research the organizations, their contact info, and basic information about their projects.

Another virtual research opportunity involves policy reforms in the DMV. As we  strive to defend human rights, we are learning about organizations that are involved in the industry. Volunteers will research organizations involved in policy-making and the programs they implement to help the community.

These virtual volunteer opportunities will be hosted by a supervisor, so they will earn hour-for-hour the time they are serving.

Additional information for volunteers:

- A student's parent/guarding must provide the nonprofit with written approval of the student's participation in the virtual platform prior to the student serving/volunteering.

- Students must use personal/private accounts (not MCPS student accounts) to engage in the virtual platform.

- Students will only engage with others under the direct supervision of a nonprofit supervisor. The nonprofit supervisor will be directly present in the virtual space (including any breakout sessions) at all times.

- The nonprofit supervisor will initiate and host all virtual sessions. If the nonprofit supervisor is not available to initiate and host the virtual session, the session will not occur.

- Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

- Students should not share or upload any videos, pictures, or images of themselves, unless the nonprofit organization has obtained a signed form/waive from the student's parent/guarding authorizing permission/release.

- Student's email addresses/home addresses or any personally identifying information will remain protected and not shared.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

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Universal SSL hour opportunities (across all positions)

Attending a concert event

Setup time: 1 hour

Concert: 1 hour

Teardown time: 30 minutes

Total: 2 hours and 30 minutes (2.5 hours)

Other events

We will match SSL hours for the amount of time that you physically spend at the event including setup time, the actual event time itself, and clean-up time.

Will not likely exceed 3 hours per event.

Vice President

Creating a concert planning sheet  

Gathering information on all known performers (no more than 1 hour per planning sheet)

Planning out a time, date, and location (no more than 1 hour per planning sheet)

Total per planning sheet: 2 hours 

Writing grant applications

Meetings completed to brainstorm for grants (1 hour each meeting, no more than 3 hours total per grant)

Time spent writing the grant (no more than 3 hours total per grant)

Time spent submitting the grant (no more than 1 hour total per grant)

Total per grant: 7 hours

Treasurer

Writing grant applications

Meetings completed to brainstorm for grants (1 hour each meeting, no more than 3 hours total per grant)

Time spent writing the grant (no more than 3 hours total per grant)

Time spent submitting the grant (no more than 1 hour total per grant)

Total per grant: 7 hours

Secretary

NO SSL hours will be given for writing meeting minutes for weekly board meetings/assigning tasks on Slack

Creating and maintaining the music tutoring schedule (1 hour every semester; there should be one new schedule created every semester)

PR Manager

Planning out the PR Schedule for the PR team 

Assigning each PR member to a specific task on a specific day, with a schedule that is made a month beforehand (2 hours) 

Creating the color coordination for each PR member (1 hour)

One schedule should be created every two months 

Total per schedule: 3 hours

Important Participation Guidelines:

Supervision Requirements:
An adult nonprofit representative (who is not the student’s parent/guardian or relative) will provide direct supervision in any virtual space, including breakout sessions, for the entire session.

Parental Approval:
A student’s parent/guardian must provide our nonprofit with written approval of the student’s participation in the virtual platform prior to the student serving/volunteering.

Account Usage:
Students must use personal/private accounts (not MCPS student accounts) to engage in the virtual platform.

Direct Engagement:
Students will only engage with others under the direct supervision of a nonprofit supervisor, who will be directly present in the virtual space (including any breakout sessions) at all times.

Session Hosting:
The nonprofit supervisor will initiate and host all virtual sessions. If the nonprofit supervisor is not available to initiate and host the virtual session, the session will not occur.

Session Recording:
Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

Sharing of Media:
Students should not share or upload any videos, pictures, or images of themselves unless the nonprofit organization has obtained a signed form/waiver from the student’s parent/guardian authorizing permission/release.

Protection of Personal Information:
Students’ email addresses, home addresses, or any personally identifying information will remain protected and not shared.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

The CORE Foundation is looking for passionate, community-minded volunteers to support our upcoming digital campaign, #WhyImSignificant — a movement that celebrates the power of small, positive actions in making meaningful change.

Volunteer Role: Campaign Content Collector

What You'll Do:

● Engage your friends, family, classmates, or community members

● Invite them to share short stories, videos, or photos of how they give back

● Help gather and submit this content to be featured in the campaign

● Conduct brief interviews

What We’re Looking For:

● Strong communication and outreach skills

● Passion for community impact and storytelling

● Comfortable using social media or messaging apps to collect responses

● Reliable, enthusiastic, and organized

Time Commitment:

5–10 hours total (flexible schedule)

Why Volunteer?

● Be part of a campaign that uplifts voices and inspires change

● Earn volunteer hours (great for school or community service)

● Help show that significance isn’t about status—it’s about impact!

Interested?

Email us at infol@corefoundationmc.org or DM us on Instagram @thecore_foundation to get started!

This opportunity is not approved for SSL hours.

Call patients to remind them of appointments and procedures they might need to schedule. You will be trained and work alongside staff.

For this task, you do need to speak Spanish.

You can earn SSL hours. For the first 3 months you will have to be able to work between 8am and 5pm.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time.

Photo courtesy of OnlineFabricStore

Help sew fabric tissue holders to provide comfort and care for cancer patients. These handmade holders offer a personal, thoughtful touch—helping to brighten the hospital or treatment environment and reminding patients that they are supported and not alone during their journey. Designed to fit standard travel-size tissue packs, these holders are made using basic sewing techniques and minimal materials—making them perfect for beginners.

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Kits to Heart earns from qualifying Amazon purchases, which supports our mission at no extra cost to you.

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How to Submit

Please follow these steps to ensure your work is received!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.

Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time.

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Help craft soft, colorful amigurumi creatures for patients undergoing cancer treatments. These thoughtful gifts not only brighten the patients' days but also serve as a symbol of care and encouragement during a challenging time. Please feel free to add keychains to the mini crochet creatures!

In terms of sizing, the mini crochet animals should be about the size of the palm of your hand, while the larger crochet animals may be the size of the hand itself. Due to the size limitations of our care kits, we will not be able to accept crochet animals larger than the size of an average adult hand. Thanks for your understanding and support!

Amigurumi Tutorials and Patterns:

Recommended Materials

How to Submit

Please follow these steps to ensure your work is received!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Founded by a three-time cancer survivor, Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time.

Help us gather supplies needed to help patients through their cancer treatments. As with our other opportunities, the items contributed will be included in our cancer care kits that are delivered nationwide to those undergoing cancer treatments.

You may shop directly using our Amazon Wish List, and/or organize your own food and supply drive for the items below. While the links are directed to suggested brands, other brands are welcome. Thank you!

To organize a food and supply drive for Kits to Heart’s recipients, please follow these steps:

If you are asked about monetary donations, please direct them to our website at kitstoheart.org.

For any further questions, concerns, or ideas, please reach out to Sonia at sonia@kitstoheart.org.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time.

Decorate beautiful journals that recipients would be able to use as appointment planners, symptom trackers, or simply coloring books. The covers and perhaps a few pages inside could be spaces for volunteers to draw outlines or artwork, write inspiring messages, etc.

As of August 11, 2023, we ONLY accept decorated store-bought journals for service hours, but not composition notebooks. The outside covers should be decorated with art and/or inspiring quotes. At least one of the inside pages should also be decorated with calendars, activity or coloring pages, inspiring messages, etc. Using only stickers or decorative tape is not acceptable for service hours.

Hand-bound journals are always welcome but will not be eligible for service hours.

Priorities

We Do Not Accept

Recommended Blank Journals

Please review the details and further guidance here: bit.ly/KTH-Volunteer

For Students: If you are a student seeking SSL hours, you must decorate at least 4 journals for quality completion of the service project. Every 4 decorated journals may receive 1 SSL hour. There is no maximum number of hours for this activity.

Please visit this link for more details and guidance. If you have any further questions, please reach out to volunteer@kitstoheart.org.

Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions:
• Do not prepare and drop-off items if anyone in your home is sick.
• While packaging and dropping off items, wash your hands and avoid touching your face.
• During drop-off, please leave items at the front door.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time.

Help keep patients warm with thoughtfully made crochet and knit hats! These are especially important during trips to the hospital and to shield from colder weather. Please review the details and further guidance here: bit.ly/KTH-Volunteer

1 hat may be eligible for 1.5 service hours

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

(Spanish proficiency required): The Front Desk is a fast paced work/volunteer place. You will be working with staff to help patients check in, answer questions, and answer the phones. Flexibility with your schedule might be possible.

More information: https://www.mercyhealthclinic.org/donate-2/non-provider-and-medical-professional-volunteers/

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Help patients and their health care providers communicate with each other. 

We have an urgent need for these shifts: Mondays 8-12pm,  Tuesdays, 12:30-5pm, Wednesdays 8-12pm & 12:30-5pm, Thursdays 8-12pm.

To learn more go to: https://www.mercyhealthclinic.org/donate-2/non-provider-and-medical-professional-volunteers/

We are looking for Spanish speaking volunteers who can help with admin tasks. Many of our patients do need help in accessing the care they need. 

Call to remind them of appointments, to remind them that their application to receive services is expired or that they need to schedule follow-up appointments.

Mercy Health Clinic will provide the volunteer with a script of what to ask for. We will also train you the volunteer so that you will be able to perform the task and its follow up.

 SSL HOURS ELIGIBLE

Wednesdays and Fridays, patients come to the clinic to hand in their applications. You will talk with the patients and go through their application paperwork to make sure it is complete. 

You need to be bilingual in English and Spanish.

You will be working with a team of other volunteers during our eligibility clinic on either Wednesdays from 12pm to 5pm and/or Fridays from 9am to 1p.

Contact me even if you cannot commit to the entire shift.

Join Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland's Crew Leader team, a dedicated group of skilled construction volunteers. Crew Leaders are the backbone of the construction department.  They work alongside Habitat's licensed Construction crew and work on new construction, rehabilitation of vacant homes, and repair work throughout our community.  Crew Leaders oversee small groups of unskilled volunteers, helping to ensure their safety and the successful completion of their assigned construction task.  Crew leaders need some construction skills, but can learn more skills from our constructions staff.  Being a Crew Leader is a fun way to use your current skills, learn new skills, give back to the community, and get to know other incredible volunteers!

Key Responsibilities: 

•     Oversee unskilled volunteers on Habitat construction sites, helping to ensure they are working safely and effectively.

•     Have a positive attitude, keeping the unskilled volunteers engaged and excited.

•     Assist Construction Managers on various construction tasks throughout the life of each project.

•     Complete safety training both virtually and hosted by HFHMM staff.

•     Provide feedback and input where needed to improve processes and volunteer engagement.

•     Be safe and have fun!

Qualifications:     

•      Some basic construction skills.

•      Willingness to lead, train, and engage other volunteers.          

•      Positive attitude.

•     Ability to work with diverse groups.

Time commitment:  At least one full day of volunteering once a month, 8:00am to 3:00pm

                                                               Sign Up Here                                                            

Habitat for Humanity ReStore® is an integral part of Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland!   Our Habitat ReStores have a specific need for volunteers to help unload donations during the week.  We need heavy lifters (50lbs +) to help us unload our donation trucks each week.  You will also assist with cleaning the store and helping customers.

          Please visit our Website and sign up at a local ReStore to volunteer!  

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. 

Please note: this opportunity is only available throughout the MCPS school year.  We do not host this particular distribution during the summer months.  Instead, students can join us at our regular packing on Friday mornings at the TPSS Coop and TP SDA Church. 

Small Things Matter's Kokua Foods Program helps address food insecurity in our community.  

We are looking for vaccinated teens (and adults) to help us pack and distribute food to the families that we serve.  The pandemic brought about by COVID-19 have made these families even more vulnerable than before and they need some additional food support.  These staples and fresh produce help them with their food insecurity.  

Middle school and high school students who are vaccinated are eligible to earn SSL hours by working onsite at our distributions on Tuesdays. Community service hours are also available.  Please see our website for the dates.

If you are interested in helping please send an email to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com

Dates in 2025:

Tuesday March 4, 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 

Please read the guidelines here:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ssl/virtual.aspx

Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you have questions.

Thanks!

Small Things Matter

www.smallthingsmatter.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home until schools resume normal status. 

Post the rescued pets photos and/or text about the pets on social media platforms like facebook, youtube, and  Petfinder.

Apply to The Tacy Foundation for immediate opportunities:   volunteer.thetacyfoundation@gmail.com, and                                    thetacyfoundation@gmail.com.

Invitations to All Live Music Events will be sent out via Signup.com. The date and time and location of the event will be given on the invitation. Each child/teen who signs up will be notified 2 days prior to the event. The Chief Intern of each event will take the parents’ emails, time of arrival and departure to send to the SSL manager for the record for public and private schools in Fairfax County & Loudon County, Virginia, Frederick, Prince George's, Howard and Montgomery Counties in Maryland.  These events occur monthly for 27 senior facilities and weekly or bi-weekly for hospitals in Germantown, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Columbia, MD, and Washington, DC.  These include WRNMMC, NIH, Holy Cross, Hopkins Suburban,  Sibley Memorial, and Howard General Hospital.

If you know of others who are interested in enrolling, please send them to The Tacy Foundation to encourage them to enroll and start immediately. We have so much work to do to rebuild the hopes of so many who have been affected by post-COVID life and job security changes. Reach out to them with your hearts and minds through music and story and deeds of great courage and care.

There are many ongoing opportunities for you to play your music!  Join the corps of youth who are playing for others to lift their spirit and raise their hopes.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

A Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets.

A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 5th Saturday of each month (only on certain months) from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Petsmart, 12020 Cherry Hill Rd., Calverton/Silver Spring

Task include:

All supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today!

A Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets.

A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 4th Saturday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Petsmart, 12020 Cherry Hill Rd., Calverton/Silver Spring

Task include:

All supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today!

We will start soon holding pop-up adoption events.

We will offer age appropriate community service to different age groups on different days.  The best way to see what is going on is to visit our Volunteer page: Volunteer HERE

To see our upcoming events check here.  These events will include student activities with and without having animals in attendance.  Here is our official Event Page Click Look at all upcoming events NOT ALL SSL

There is also an online registration form that is required to attend.  Everyone must complete the application to attend and receive and invitation to participate and receive a 560 form.  560 forms will be printed at the time of service for participants who registered.  

You can go directly to the register online by clicking here Register for HALS MCPS SSL

WE HAVE NOTHING SCHEDULED AT THIS TIME. If you register now we will email you when there are volunteer opportunities to see if you can attend.  

Thank you to the students that want to serve our community by helping out displaced, and homeless animals.

Hal

Executive Director

Hal@HomeAtLastSanctuary.org

We are looking for someone to be AARP Program/Workshop Director, Secretary, and 3 alternate board members. We meet on Tuesdays for board meetings and for programs. Please contact info@aarp5358.org if you are interested in serving on the board. Join our group that meets on the first Tuesday of every month. 

Hospice Volunteers play an important role as part of JSSA Hospice’s interdisciplinary team by supporting a patient and their family at end of life. Whether this is done remotely or in person, hospice volunteers enhance the experience of patients and families with their compassion and supportive presence. They are vital in observing and noting signs of physical and emotional change in patients that the nursing, social work or spiritual care coordinator should note.

They provide tuck-in and companion calls, and in person visits from initial admission to our service, to the last days and hours of life by sitting with patients and families to ensure they are never alone.

Volunteers bring comfort, respite, and companionship at a time when compassionate support is critically needed.

We are looking for all hospice volunteers, but are in need of Spanish, French, Greek, Chinese, Russian Speaking-speaking hospice volunteers in particular to communicate with our patients in their preferred language. We serve a very diverse population of patients and their familiesiles, in all areas of Montgomery County, and we look forward to hearing from you! Please ask our Volunteer Coordinator team about the many ways we are keeping our hospice volunteers happy, healthy and safe during COVID!

For more information email hospicevc@jssa.org or

call 301-816-2676, option 2 and ask for Volunteer Dept. 

WE HONOR VETERANS

The program focuses on caring for those who have served at the end of their life. JSSA’s We Honor Veterans program:

• Provides end-of-life care to veterans enrolled in JSSA's Hospice program by honoring their preferences and their story.

• Connects veterans to VA services.

• Honors veterans through pinning ceremonies.

• Provides staff education, awareness, and engagement to serve veterans and their families.

Volunteer Requirements

Although we are looking for every type of hospice volunteer, this opportunity is for military members who currently serve or have served for our We Honor Veterans program. The program is a collaboration between the national Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Department of Veterans Affairs. It’s purpose is to care for and honor those who have served when they reach end of life.

We serve a very diverse population of patients and their families in all areas of Montgomery County, and we look forward to hearing from you! Please fill out our volunteer application,

or reach us at 301-816-2676, option 2, and ask for the Hospice Volunteer department, or email the team at HospiceVC@jssa.org

Monthly entertaining programs and workshops at Benjamin Gaither Center location every second Tuesday of the month.

AARP Chapter 5358 is looking for board members who are willing to volunteer time as program director working on senior topics of interest; serve as secretary to take notes at board meetings once a month; and serve as board members for policies and covering while other board members are on vacations.

Let's Play America is a nonprofit based in Takoma Park, MD. We believe that everyone deserves to play! If you love to play and see the value in people of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds having the opportunity to play please consider how you can volunteer your talents and time to support our mission: to increase opportunities for all people to enjoy play through partnering with communities, organizations, and individuals to create locally-inspired, playful events.

LPA is looking for individuals who value play and would enjoy working behind the scenes to prepare for Play Days and other play events. You would also join us at these events in person. We are in need of people with computer skills, assisting with a variety of tasks from helping our executive director write articles, edit articles, look for funders, and sponsors. We are looking for volunteers that are sixteen years of age and older. If you are in need of community service we will discuss your volunteer service with you prior to you starting. If you just wish to volunteer from as little as two hours a week or more please let us know.

Reach out to info@letsplayamerica.org

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By becoming a professional mentor, you’re leveling the playing field and shaping the future workforce. You will guide your mentee as they build essential job search skills and gain the confidence needed to secure and sustain meaningful employment.

Join us today and make a difference!

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Please reach out to Camille Shannon at camille@streetwisepartners.org if you have any questions or concerns.

(Certification required): Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities, including taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, performing “Fit” tests (hemocults) and pregnancy tests, administering medications as directed by Provider, and other routine and/or related duties that medical assistants are trained and certified to perform.

Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

One shift of 4 hours on Mondays to Thursdays.

See also:

https://www.mercyhealthclinic.org/donate-2/non-provider-and-medical-professional-volunteers/